We are partnering with a leading global financial services firm seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee futures clearing operations, OTC derivatives support, and regulatory reporting activities in Tokyo.
This is a high-impact role offering broad exposure across trade lifecycle management, operational controls, and regional operations collaboration within an international banking environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and process optimisation across complex financial products.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to further develop their career within investment banking operations while working in a collaborative and globally connected team.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily futures clearing operations and ensure accurate and timely trade processing
- Coordinate with regional operations and support teams to manage trade lifecycle events and resolve operational issues
- Monitor margin processing, reconciliations, position management, and operational control frameworks
- Ensure all regulatory reporting obligations are completed accurately and within required timelines
- Investigate operational incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions and process improvements
- Support operational readiness initiatives, system testing, and new business implementation activities
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve efficiency, risk management, and operational performance
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Over 10 years of experience within Futures Operations, Derivatives Operations, Clearing, Middle Office, or Trade Support functions
- Strong understanding of listed derivatives, futures products, and trade lifecycle processes
- Experience supporting operational controls, reconciliations, margin processing, and regulatory reporting
- Familiarity with industry trade processing and clearing platforms within investment banking environments
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent academic qualification
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced financial services environment
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on operational accuracy and risk control
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across regional and global teams
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Native level
- English: Fluent level
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting OTC derivatives products and clearing operations
- Knowledge of operational risk frameworks and regulatory requirements in Japan
- Experience participating in process improvement or system enhancement initiatives
- Exposure to international banking or securities firms preferred
About the Company
Our client is a globally recognised financial services firm with a strong presence across Asia and an established reputation within investment banking and capital markets operations.
The company offers a collaborative international environment, regional exposure, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals across multiple business functions. Employees benefit from a dynamic culture focused on operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation package with strong long-term career opportunities
- Exposure across clearing, trade support, regulatory reporting, and operational controls
- International and collaborative working environment with regional interaction
- Flexible working style including flex time and minimal overtime culture
- Casual office environment with side business flexibility
- Opportunity to work on high-visibility operational initiatives within a global financial institution
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